Brilliant!

I havent asked but Jet will be in it for sure.
I might even enter 1 of the legs.
Sounds like a great idea to me guys.

fullmoon said...

I havent asked but Jet will be in it for sure.
I might even enter 1 of the legs.
Sounds like a great idea to me guys.

FullMoon a man who always helps out!!!!!!!!

hardie said...

boardswa said...

Where would the start and finish be ?

Its an informal event not an official race, if you want to make a helpful suggestion I'm all ears, thats what this post is about... to get ideas? Its hard to judge the intent and emotion behind emails and forum posts, sounds like you are criticizing, hopefully I'm wrong? To clarify, What we are trying to do is contribute to the development of windsurfing in WA, we're not trying to make money, or hijack anyone else's thunder, just promote windsurfing, I can personally do without the hassle of organizing an event....... I certainly dont need it!!

and BTW I've already had 2 PM's offering to help out, more of that would be really appreciated!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! But Crasher and I have not asked for help, only IDEAS!!!!!

lol.
Why the stress and aggro, Hardie ?? ^^^
The dude simply asked about the start and finish line ?
I'm interested too.
I'd like to come and spectate.

I think what you are proposing is excellent in terms of promoting the sport and you will get a good sized fleet.

Effectively the race would be about the same length as the Lancelin Ocean Classic, but far less intimidating for the intermediate sailor since there are only three gybes, and the Peel Inlet is a very easy and safe place to sail as the water is so flat all the way across.

There are, I would think, a lot of sailors who are fast in a straight line, but whose gybes are a bit "rusty", and who find sailing slalom gear in the ocean difficult - which it is. This is a great concept for those sailors, and to help them to progress.

The timing is also good (the week after Lancelin) as you may even get the likes of Pete Volwater & Robby Swift to compete - so we can all see how far we are behind some of the world's best.

A suggestion; perhaps if we ask nicely, Col from birdseyeview may be kind enough to take some photos and video (even from a boat). It seems that Peel Inlet is heavily windsurfed but not heavily photographed at a professional level.

boardswa said...

Where would the start and finish be ?
In those terms the ledge is a slalom race...

On further reflection you may be right Mandurah Marathon may be a better name?

Great idea Hardie!

My suggestion would be to have the start line out far enough so that a weed fin is not mandatory That gives more people a chance to join in the fun.

Thanks, Pointer Patrick

hardie said...

boardswa said...

Where would the start and finish be ?
In those terms the ledge is a slalom race...

On further reflection you may be right Mandurah Marathon may be a better name?

Mandurah Marathon is much more catchy...

Does anyone remember the original marathon in the estuary that started at the southern most end and finished at the bridge, cant remember if it was the old or the new bridge.......either way it was a long sail. The other event that was always well attended was the Avalon to Halls Head downwinder - ah the good old days!!!!!

I'm in, longer the better...................

Sounds brilliant

What about a once out and back division for those not up to the level of the experiencd people or those keen to give it a bash on wave gear? Sort of like a second division. Keep up entertainment level up for everyone.

Can you post a google maps reference for those with no idea of where on the esturary your are talking about?

www.google.com.au:443/maps?ie=UTF8&ll=-32.57235,115.673182&spn=0.007577,0.018067&z=16

Cnr of Owen and Dampier Aves